LEGGINGS Blake’s Uniform navy blue with school logo at the ankle
(Please note leggings are only worn November through end of April and are worn under the dress)

Specific Uniform Information Boys – Grades K – 8

KINDERGARTEN and FIRST GRADE

SHIRT Blake’s white oxford shirt with button down collar shirt with school logo (short or long sleeve)PANTS Blake’s navy blue dress pantsSHORTS Blake’s uniform, navy blue dress shorts(May be worn daily from the opening day through mid-October and May – closing day)SOCKS white or navy blue crew socks (must be ankle high)SWEATER Blake’s V-neck cardigan with school logo
BOYS in Kindergarten and First Grade do not wear a tie.

BOY’S UNIFORM SECOND – EIGHTH GRADE

SHIRT Blake’s Uniform white Oxford button down collar shirt with school logo (short or long sleeve)PANTS Blake’s khaki dress pants with adjustable waistSHORTS Blake’s khaki dress shorts
(May be worn daily from the opening day through mid-October and May – closing day).TIE Blake’s school plaid clip on or self –tie SOCKS white or navy blue crew socks (must be ankle high) SWEATER Blake’s V-neck cardigan with school logo
St. Ann fleece jacket is an option for boys in grade 6 – 8 and may be worn during the school day.

Physical Education Uniform Requirements

This uniform is to be worn on physical education days except when we have a school liturgy or special assembly/event.SHORTS Blake’s Uniform navy blue knit shorts with school logo(Please note that shorts may not be worn mid-October to end of April)SWEATPANTS Blake’s Uniform navy blue sweatpants with school logoSWEATSHIRT Blake’s Uniform navy blue crew sweatshirt with school logoT-SHIRT Blake’s Uniform white t-shirt with school logoSNEAKERS basic sneakers without wheels lights or other “accessories” – no black solesSOCKS white/navy blue ankle socks (socks must be above the ankle). No other color is permitted.

BLOUSE Blake’s Uniform blouse button down collar to be worn under the jumperJUMPER Blake’s Uniform red plaid jumper(The jumper may not be shorter than 3 inches above the knee all year. Please consider this before making any alterations.)SWEATER Blake’s Uniform red cardigan with school logoPlease note that other sweatshirts, jackets, and sweaters MAY NOT be worn in school.SOCKS navy blue or white, ankle socks, knee socks or tights (must be plain, no ribbing or adornment)LEGGINGS Blake’s Uniform dark navy blue with St. Ann Academy logo (Worn under the jumper November 1st to end of April)

Physical Education Uniform Requirements

This uniform is to be worn on physical education days except when we have a school liturgy or special assembly/event.

SHORTS Blake’s Uniform navy blue knit shorts with school logo(Please note that shorts may not be worn mid-October to end of April)SWEATPANTS Blake’s Uniform navy blue sweatpants with school logoSWEATSHIRT Blake’s Uniform navy blue crew sweatshirt with school logoT-SHIRT Blake’s Uniform white t-shirt with school logoSNEAKERS basic sneakers without wheels lights or other “accessories” – no black solesSOCKS white/navy blue ankle socks (socks must be above the ankle). No other color is permitted.

Girls Grades 6 – 8 Dress Uniform Requirements

BLOUSE All girls in grade 6 – 8 will wear a Blake’s Uniform white Oxford button down collar with the school logo (short or long sleeve)SKIRT/SKORT Blake’s Uniform red plaid skirt. (The skirt or skort may not be shorter than 3 inches above the knee all year. Please consider this before making alterations.) SOCKS navy blue or white knee socks or plain tights (no ribbing or adornment)

OPTIONAL

SWEATER Blake’s red sweater with school logo (No other sweater may be worn.)FLEECE JACKET Blake’s Uniform fleece with school logo may be worn in class. (Must be worn zipped halfway up and not tied around the waist).KHAKI PANTS Blake’s Uniform khaki pants may be worn November 1st – end of April – tight fitting khakis will not be allowed. (Must be worn with the fleece jacket).

Physical Education Uniform Requirements

This uniform is to be worn on physical education days except when we have a school liturgy or special assembly/event.

SHORTS Blake’s Uniform navy blue knit shorts with school logo(Please note that shorts may not be worn mid-October to end of April).SWEATPANTS Blake’s Uniform navy blue sweatpants with school logoSWEATSHIRT Blake’s Uniform navy blue crew sweatshirt with school logoT-SHIRT Blake’s Uniform white t-shirt with school logoSNEAKERS basic sneakers without wheels or other “accessories” – no black solesSOCKS white/navy blue ankle socks (socks must be above the ankle). No other color is permitted.

SHOES FOR DRESS UNIFORM

Students are expected to wear solid color navy blue, black or brown shoes with the dress uniform. Parents are asked to make sure that the shoes are sturdy and appropriate for climbing stairs. Tie or slip on shoes may be worn in styles similar to Merrell, Oxford, Saddle Shoes, or Loafers.

The following are not permitted: moccasins, slippers, sandals, open-backed shoes, any type of shoes that resemble sneakers, boots, hi-top shoes, clogs, crocs, Birkenstock or any shoes with a heel over two inches (measured from the back exterior of the shoe).

SHOES FOR GYM

ALL students must wear sneakers to participate in the physical education program. Sneakers must be free of wheels, lights and distracting ornaments. The sneakers must have a tan sole, black soles damage the gym floor and are not allowed.

Re-accreditation achieved

Catholic Academy of Bridgeport recognized as one school.

The Commission on Independent Schools has voted to recognize the Catholic Academy of Bridgeport as one school on four campuses – St. Andrew, St. Ann, St. Augustine, and St. Raphael – and, having passed all standards, to grant continued Accreditation by the New England Association for Schools and Colleges. Our Academy was lauded as being a shining light of hope for the education of children in Bridgeport and commended for having a comprehensive strategic plan and for all the efforts we have made to strengthen the one school model.